| Title: | St. Helena to Cape Verde |
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| Tripcode: | HDS32-24 |
| Duration: | 9 nights |
| Ship: | m/v Hondius |
| Embarkation: | St Helena |
| Disembarkation: | Praia |
| Language: | English speaking voyage |
| Important: | Voyage HDS32-24 can only be booked in combination with voyage HDS31-24 |
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Antarctica cruises Cape Verde cruises Ascension Island cruises St. Helena cruises |
All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per IAATO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with IAATO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed for our vessel is 10.5 knots.
During the days at sea the chances of meeting whales are high. Witness the northbound spring migration of northern birds like Arctic Terns and Long-tailed Skuas who join us in crossing the Equator (“the Line”).
Day 1: Heading out of Helena
Our voyage starts in Jamestown, a uniquely situated city that offers much to see before we set sail. Enjoy the local British culture, tropical climate, and endemic birds of this remote volcanic island. You can visit Longwood House, where Napoleon died in 1821, and even walk the 699-step Jacob’s Ladder if you feel ambitious. If you have more time, you can also go on small hikes or snorkeling in the shallows, seeing multitudes of tropical and subtropical fish.
Day 2 – 3: Sailing the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
Today we aim to sail along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the sprawling submarine mountain range that runs about 16,000 km (10,000 miles) from the Arctic Ocean toward the southern tip of Africa.
Day 4 – 5: Onward to Ascension Island
This dry volcanic island is a major home for sooty terns (also known as wideawakes), whose colony here sometimes grows to over a million breeding pairs. You may get the chance to hike up to the richly vegetated summit of the island, and we might also visit the beach to watch green turtles laying eggs.
Day 6 – 9: Crossing the equator
Joining us across the equator are Arctic terns and long-tailed skuas flying their northbound spring migration.
Day 10: The pleasures of Praia
We arrive in the town of Praia on Cape Verde’s Santiago Island, disembarking later that day at 18:00 hours. Though no lunch will be served, you are free to stay on board or store your luggage until disembarkation. If you have the time, we offer an additional tour in and around Praia. Here you can visit the historic Cidade Velha and its massive hillside fortress, built to defend against English raiders. Other sights include the oldest Christian church in the tropics as well as the slave whipping post in the main square. You can also simply explore the streets of Praia, enjoying the folk music spilling out of tavern windows.
Highlights you might experience
m/v Hondius
Hondius is the first-registered Polar Class 6 vessel in the world, optimized for the most innovative exploratory voyages throughout the Arctic and Antarctica. Full ship info »
Cabins & Prices
Quadruple Porthole
- 2 portholes
- 2 upper & lower berths
- Small sofa
- Private shower & toilet
- Flatscreen TV
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Cabinet
- Safe deposit box
- Wardrobe
- This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
Complete cabin
8600 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing berth
2150 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price
Triple Porthole
- 2 portholes
- 1 upper berth & 2 lower berths
- Small sofa
- Private shower & toilet
- Flatscreen TV
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Cabinet
- Safe deposit box
- Wardrobe
- This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
Complete cabin
7350 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing berth
2450 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price
Twin Porthole
- 2 portholes
- 2 single beds
- Small sofa
- Private shower & toilet
- Flatscreen TV
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Cabinet
- Safe deposit box
- Wardrobe
Complete cabin
5600 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
4760 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
2800 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price
Twin Window
- 1 window
- 2 single beds
- Small sofa
- Private shower & toilet
- Flatscreen TV
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Cabinet
- Safe deposit box
- Wardrobe
- Please be aware that the view from some windows might be partially obstructed due to the design requirements of the ship
Complete cabin
5800 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
4930 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
2900 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price
Twin Deluxe
- 2 windows
- 2 single beds
- Sofa
- Private shower & toilet
- Flatscreen TV
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
- Refrigerator
- Coffee & tea maker
- Bathrobe
- Hair dryer
- Cabinet
- Safe deposit box
- Wardrobe
Complete cabin
6000 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
5100 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
3000 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price
Superior
- 2 windows
- 1 double bed
- Sofa
- Private shower & toilet
- Flatscreen TV
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
- Refrigerator
- Coffee & tea maker
- Bathrobe
- Hair dryer
- Cabinet
- Safe deposit box
- Wardrobe
Complete cabin
6600 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
5610 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Junior Suite
- 1 double window
- 1 double bed
- Private shower & toilet
- Flatscreen TV
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
- Refrigerator
- Coffee & tea maker
- Bathrobe
- Hair dryer
- Cabinet
- Safe deposit box
- Wardrobe
Complete cabin
7100 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
6035 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Grand Suite with private balcony
- 1 double window
- 1 double bed
- Sofa
- Private balcony
- Private shower & toilet
- Flatscreen TV
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
- Refrigerator
- Coffee & tea maker
- Bathrobe
- Hair dryer
- Cabinet
- Safe deposit box
- Wardrobe
Complete cabin
8200 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
6970 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
